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Hunter · Marksmanship · Row 2 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Improved Stings sits in row 2 of the Hunter Marksmanship tree. It has 3 ranks, costing one point each.

Changed from Classic. Check the rank effects below before reusing a Classic build.

What each rank of Improved Stings does

Each point buys one rank. Compare the effects below to decide how many points to spend.

  1. Rank 1: Increases the damage of your Serpent Sting ability by 6%, reduces the cooldown of your Viper Sting ability by 2 sec, and increases the duration of your Scorpid Sting ability by 15 sec.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the damage of your Serpent Sting ability by 13%, reduces the cooldown of your Viper Sting ability by 4 sec, and increases the duration of your Scorpid Sting ability by 30 sec.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the damage of your Serpent Sting ability by 20%, reduces the cooldown of your Viper Sting ability by 6 sec, and increases the duration of your Scorpid Sting ability by 45 sec.

How to reach it

Row 2 opens after you spend 5 points in the earlier Marksmanship rows. Level 15 is the earliest you can pick up Improved Stings.

Is Improved Stings worth the points?

Compare the benefit of another rank with your other talent choices. Take the final rank when it supports your build. You can leave it partially ranked if you do not need the final effect or its dependent talents.

Starter Hunter builds that use this talent

These starter builds already put points into Improved Stings. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Improved Stings in the Hunter calculator

FAQ

How many points does Improved Stings cost?

Up to 3 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

Which row is Improved Stings in, and how do I open that row?

Row 2 of the Marksmanship tree. Spend 5 points in the rows above to open it. Level 15 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Improved Stings change from Classic?

Yes. Its effect or rank wording is different in Forever, so read the ranks above before spending points.

Check more Marksmanship talents

More talents in the Marksmanship tree: